Overview
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the 2026 answer key for the written examination conducted for Assistant Horticultural Officer (AHO), Assistant Agricultural Officer (AO) and other notified posts. Candidates can download the provisional answer key from the commission’s official website and check their recorded responses; the consolidated number of vacancies is not specified in the answer-key update and must be verified from the relevant recruitment notification.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Horticultural Officer, Assistant Agricultural Officer and other posts |
| Total Vacancies | Not stated in the answer-key update; post-wise vacancies are available in the recruitment notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should note that the exact examination schedule, answer-key publication date and objection deadline are provided in the notice displayed on the TNPSC website. The final result will be announced after the commission examines valid objections and finalises the answer key.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Assistant Horticultural Officer, candidates are generally required to possess the prescribed diploma or qualification in horticulture from a recognised institution.
- For Assistant Agricultural Officer, applicants must hold the required diploma or equivalent qualification in agriculture, as specified by TNPSC.
- Candidates applying for other posts must possess the post-specific technical, diploma or degree qualification mentioned in the detailed recruitment notification.
- Applicants must have acquired the required qualification by the eligibility cut-off date.
- Knowledge of Tamil may be required under the applicable Tamil Nadu government service rules.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is generally 18 years, subject to the requirements prescribed for each post.
- The upper age limit varies according to the post and the candidate’s category.
- Relaxation in the maximum age is available to eligible SC, ST, MBC/DC, BC, BCM, persons with benchmark disabilities, ex-servicemen and other categories under Tamil Nadu government rules.
- Candidates should use the cut-off date stated in the original recruitment notification when calculating their age.
Fees
- No fee is normally required merely to download the answer key.
- Registration and examination fees applicable during the recruitment stage vary by examination and post.
- Eligible reserved-category candidates may receive full or limited fee concessions under TNPSC rules.
- Candidates should check the detailed notification before making any payment or submitting an objection.
Selection Process
The recruitment process is expected to include the following stages:
- Written Examination: Candidates are assessed through objective or subject-specific papers prescribed for the relevant post.
- Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original educational, community, age and other supporting documents.
- Final Selection or Counselling: Appointment is based on merit, reservation rules, vacancy position and successful verification of eligibility.
The provisional answer key helps candidates estimate their likely scores. However, marks calculated using the provisional key are indicative and do not guarantee shortlisting or selection.
How to Apply
The online application window for the examination has already closed. Candidates who appeared for the test can download the answer key and, where permitted, submit objections by following these steps:
- Visit the TNPSC official website at tnpsc.gov.in.
- Open the Recruitment, Examinations or Answer Keys section on the homepage.
- Locate the link for the 2026 AHO, AO and other posts examination.
- Select the appropriate subject, paper or question booklet series.
- Download the answer-key PDF and compare the responses with the question paper.
- If an answer appears incorrect, open the online objection or challenge facility mentioned in the notice.
- Enter the required registration details and identify the question being challenged.
- Upload clear documentary evidence from recognised textbooks or authoritative academic material.
- Submit the objection before the prescribed deadline and retain the acknowledgement for reference.
Objections sent without supporting evidence, after the deadline or through an unauthorised mode may not be considered.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the TNPSC Answer Key 2026 for AHO and AO posts available?
Yes. TNPSC has published the answer key for AHO, AO and other notified posts on its official website.
2. Can candidates challenge the provisional answer key?
Candidates may submit objections if TNPSC has activated the challenge facility. Each objection should be filed within the deadline and supported by reliable evidence.
3. When will the TNPSC result be declared?
The result date is TBA. TNPSC is expected to publish the result after reviewing objections and preparing the final answer key.
